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Teas from CARE Areas: South Africa


South Africa is home of the hardy Red Bush plant that is used to make Rooibos tea, or African Red Tea. This delicious sip has been deeply rooted in South Africa’s history for centuries, and was exposed to the rest of the world in 1772 when Swedish botanist, Carl Thunberg, discovered that South Africans were [...]

Alzheimer’s Association Conference reports that tea may help ward off dementia


Tea drinkers are familiar with many of the health benefits associated with each sip, although, it seems that the list of positive effects continues to grow with each steep. At this year’s Alzheimer’s Association International Conference, one new study reported that regular tea drinking could reduce the risk of brain decline.
The study tracked and studied [...]

Green Tea May Help Repair DNA Damage Caused By Sun Exposure


Known for its incredible health benefits, Green Tea can help heal the body with each delicious sip. From boosting the immune system, soothing the digestive system, lowering cholesterol, to having incredible skin calming results when added to a DIY facemask, Green Tea is a true super tea. Recently, a study found that green tea “may [...]

Silver Yin Zhen Pearls: Hand Rolled Silver Needle White Tea


Bold, brisk iced tea may be our go-to summer drink, but don’t forget to add delicate and warm sips to the mix. One of the world’s most famous and rare teas is the Silver Yin Zhen Pearls White Tea.
The young, tender buds are grown in the Fujian Province of China. Early in the spring, these [...]